Can you leave a child at home alone?

It is believed that children under the age of 7 cannot be left at home without an adult. However, when deciding this, parents need to be guided by common sense.

What parents need to remember before leaving a child alone:

• In no case should a child be left alone by force, without his consent, or if he cries and asks not to go.

• Be sure to tell the baby about the reasons for your absence in a certain period of time and indicate when you will return.

• Talk to your child about safety rules. Make sure she doesn't open the door to anyone else until her parents are home.

• Also, the baby should know which equipment and things he should not touch.

• Do not check on the child and ring the doorbell pretending to be a stranger. If you don't trust her, don't leave her alone at home.

• Be sure to teach the child how to use the phone and dial parents if necessary.